CCUMC Preschool is a non-profit, self-supportive programoperatingunder the auspices of the Chevy Chase UnitedMethodistChurch.We strive to create a preschool community thatnotonly nurtures our students and prepares them for academicsuccessbeyond our walls but also creates warm connections for ourparents.In addition: The school was established in 1967
The school provides a morning preschool program for ages 2 through 5
Early morning drop off available each day Afternoon enrichment programs offered each day until 2:30pm including French and Spanish immersion
The program emphasizes learning through play andparentalinvolvement The low staff/child ratio allows for individual attention for each child
The facility includes eleven large, bright,well-equipped classrooms, an all-purpose room for indoor play and 2 playgrounds.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Yearly Tuition: $9,171
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 31 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1967
Student Body
Total Students
156 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
4%
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 31 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Annual tuition for 5 days/week
Other offerings include 2 and 3 days/week
% on Financial Aid
1%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$5,000
Admissions Director
Lauren Bailey
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Cooking ClassesFrench Immersion Afternoon
Nature ExplorationScience Adventures
Arts and Music Programs:
Art ClassesMusic CLass
School Notes
- School Motto: At Chevy Chase United Methodist Church we seek to share God’s message of grace with all people. And we believe that Jesus Christ calls us to love one another without exception or exclusion.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Chevy Chase United Methodist Church Preschool cost?
Chevy Chase United Methodist Church Preschool's tuition is approximately $9,171 for private students.
What sports does Chevy Chase United Methodist Church Preschool offer?
Chevy Chase United Methodist Church Preschool offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Gymnastics, Indoor Soccer and Soccer.
When is the application deadline for Chevy Chase United Methodist Church Preschool?
The application deadline for Chevy Chase United Methodist Church Preschool is Jan. 31 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 31 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
In what neighborhood is Chevy Chase United Methodist Church Preschool located?
Chevy Chase United Methodist Church Preschool is located in the Chevy Chase Section Three neighborhood of Chevy Chase, MD.
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